Mechatronics Technician Apprentice 2027

Build a successful professional future with Bühler and become a Bühler Apprentice!

Apprentices earn a debt-free associate degree of applied science and gain skills in the mechanical and electronic field.

The apprenticeship is a formalized 3-year dual training program that combines structured on-the-job training and related technical instruction. We connect learning directly to the world of work. Apprentices are paid full-time employees of Bühler for the entire length of the program and receive benefits. Earn while you learn!

All training classes tools books uniforms and a computer are paid for by Bühler. Upon completion of the program the apprentices receive their Journeyworker Card from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry an associates degree of applied science from Hennepin Technical College and international Mechatronics credentials through the ICATT Apprenticeship program ().

Candidates interested in this opportunity should apply here and will then be invited to an open house or a tour at Buhler Inc. to receive more information. New apprentices are chosen in spring and start at Bühler in August of each year.

To learn more please visit our Buhler Apprenticeship website by visiting this link: receive and hourly wage of $15/hr the first year $17/hr the second year and $19/hr the third year.

• Follow safety procedures quality standards and industry best practices in all work activities.
• Install inspect commission troubleshoot maintain and repair industrial production equipment and systems.
• Analyze mechanical electrical pneumatic and automation-related issues and implement effective solutions.
• Read interpret and apply technical drawings electrical schematics manuals and engineering documentation.
• Build test modify and maintain industrial control systems and automation solutions.
• Install test maintain and troubleshoot electrical assemblies motors drives sensors and control components.
• Assemble disassemble secure transport and recommission machinery and process systems.
• Use precision measuring equipment hand tools power tools and metalworking machinery safely and effectively.
• Install configure and support hardware software and industrial control applications.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and equipment assessments to ensure reliability and performance.
• Support equipment start-ups customer installations service interventions and commissioning activities.
• Document technical work service activities troubleshooting efforts and maintenance findings accurately and professionally.
• Collaborate with customers field service engineers technicians project teams and other departments to resolve technical challenges.
• Continuously develop technical knowledge and stay current with new technologies automation solutions and industry trends.
• Travel frequently to customer and company locations for hands-on training field assignments and service-related work when not attending school.
• Embrace and responsibly use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in daily work to support learning troubleshooting documentation productivity and continuous process improvement in accordance with company policies and best practices.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age prior to their program start date.
• High school diploma or GED required by the start of the apprenticeship.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Ability and willingness to pass a criminal background check.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently during the apprenticeship and extensively after graduation as part of a Field Service Engineer role.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn embrace and responsibly apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of daily work.
• Technical College placement test scores must fall within an acceptable range.
• Strong interest in mechanical electrical automation and industrial technologies.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn solve problems and work in a hands-on technical environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a professional setting.
• High level of reliability integrity and accountability with the ability to earn trust and represent Bühler professionally in customer-facing environments.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement.